598. Karthigai Maha Deepam - Arunachala devours the ego of seekers - Non Duality Meditation

3rd Dec 2025In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed Arunachala Deepam Festival and its spiritual significance, followed by details about an upcoming retreat and ashram visit. The group explored the beauty and spiritual meaning of Arunachala, emphasizing the sense of community and divine connection among participants. The conversation concluded with personal experiences and insights about dealing with challenges, meditation, and the spiritual significance of Arunachala, including a song in praise of the hill.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

1st Dec 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay and Thomas discussed their spiritual journey and the transformative experience of connecting with Bhagavan, with Sanjay emphasizing the importance of finding inner happiness and the practice of Self-inquiry. Sanjay explored various spiritual concepts including the nature of consciousness, the ego, and the path to achieving bliss through Self-inquiry, while highlighting the universal message of addressing suffering through Self-realization. The discussion concluded with insights on spiritual realization and the importance of establishing oneSelf in truth, emphasizing that the experience of awakening can occur both through deliberate practice and spontaneity.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

29th Nov 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay explored awareness and its relationship to energy conservation, distinguishing between realized and unrealized beings in their approach to the world. He discussed the nature of ego and true awareness, emphasizing the importance of inner silence and the need to avoid becoming overly attached to others. The discourse concluded with teachings on reality and self-discovery, encouraging listeners to practice silent awareness as a path to finding personal truth and freedom from mental influence.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

26th Nov 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed plans for an upcoming spiritual retreat in Sringeri, India and shared insights about Advaita, emphasizing the importance of Self-awareness. He explored concepts such as awareness beyond time and space, the nature of connection, and the experience of inner peace through a gyani's perspective. The session concluded with a meditation focused on acceptance and inner silence, along with discussions on the role of divine grace in spiritual practice and the need for compassion.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

24th Nov 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay explored reality, the mind, and Self-awareness, discussing how true reality exists beyond intellectual understanding and can only be experienced through acceptance without mental interference. He explained how the mind creates illusions that lead to suffering, while emphasizing the importance of recognizing and transcending these illusions to find true happiness and peace. Sanjay concluded by highlighting that Self-realization is accessible to everyone and leads to a transformative experience of pure awareness, which brings lasting fulfillment through an inner connection with the divine.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

22nd Nov 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay explored Self as pure consciousness distinct from the body, explaining how the belief in doership and Karma creates an endless cycle of birth and consequence. He discussed how the mind creates illusions of time and change, while the true Self remains constant and unchanging, leading to the importance of recognizing the ego's role in creating suffering. Sanjay also emphasized that achieving inner peace and understanding requires letting go of attachment and identifying with the true Self through practices like yoga and awareness, ultimately leading to liberation from the illusory world.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

19th Nov 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay discussed the pursuit of truth and the role of teachers and sacred objects in helping individuals understand their inner selves, using examples from an upcoming retreat location in South India. He explored the nature of the mind and its relationship to Brahman, emphasizing the importance of creating a separation between the self and the mind to achieve inner stillness and find truth, consciousness, and bliss. Sanjay concluded by discussing practices for self-attention and maintaining awareness of the silent, neutral self, suggesting that once the truth is known, there is no need for constant practice.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

17th Nov 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay spoke about Bhagavan's Self realization at a young age and his subsequent journey to Arunachala, where he encountered deep spiritual experiences and became a devotee of the sacred mountain. Sanjay shared stories about other spiritual figures who had transformative experiences at Arunachala, including a devotee who expressed deep devotion through their writings and a figure who achieved deep meditation and samadhi after a powerful spiritual experience. The discussion concluded with insights about the relationship between physical health and spiritual realization, emphasizing that true happiness comes from recognizing one's true nature as formless awareness, independent of the body and mind.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

15th Nov 2025In this Satsang, The group gathered for a spiritual meeting with discussions focusing on Arunachala and Bhagavan's teachings and the significance of surrendering to truth. They discussed plans for a new meditation center, shared personal spiritual experiences and connections, and explored various aspects of spiritual practice and non-duality.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !

12th Nov 2025 In this Satsang, Sanjay focused on spiritual teachings and self-realization, with discussions about devotion, surrender, and various paths to knowing God or truth. He explored concepts of awareness, desirelessness, and the nature of the self, emphasizing how achieving a desireless state leads to inner peace and transformation. The discourse concluded with insights about suffering, liberation, and the importance of trusting one's inner self over external validations or religious dogmas.These are teachings and pointers from ongoing NDA(Non-duality awareness)/Advaitic Satsangs held at Bhagavan Ramana Maharshi Centre in Melbourne, Australia. Om Namo Bhagavate Sri Arunachala Ramanaya !